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Adeptes du tourisme fluvial, découvrez notre magazine « River Trips ». Il vous présente plusieurs rubriques parmi lesquelles : des récits de voyage de nos plaisanciers ayant navigué en France, en Allemagne, en Hollande, en Hongrie ou au Portugal ; des reportages mettant en avant les atouts touristiques de nos régions navigables ; les coulisses des bases nautiques ou du chantier Riverly’s Yacht ; des portraits de personnalités du monde du fluvial : éclusier, artiste…

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Unusual family holidays: What if you slept on the water with Riverly?

Unusual family holidays: What if you slept on the water with Riverly?

4 remarkable gardens accessible by Pénichette

4 remarkable gardens accessible by Pénichette

Barge trips: packing check-list

Barge trips: packing check-list

Our captains’ views – Mark Porter

Our captains’ views – Mark Porter

Birdwatching along the canals

Birdwatching along the canals

How to moor your boat successfully?

How to moor your boat successfully?

For Valentine’s day, take a cruise to Venice!

For Valentine’s day, take a cruise to Venice!

10 Essentials to take with you on a Pénichette

10 Essentials to take with you on a Pénichette

Southern Holland versus Northern Holland

Southern Holland versus Northern Holland

Amsterdam in Springtime!

Amsterdam in Springtime!

Is the Nantes Brest Canal navigable?

Is the Nantes Brest Canal navigable?

Do I need a license to drive a canal boat?

Do I need a license to drive a canal boat?

A Guide to Canal Boat Holidays for Beginners

A Guide to Canal Boat Holidays for Beginners

Is Venice built on a lagoon?

Is Venice built on a lagoon?

Why was the Canal du Midi built?

Why was the Canal du Midi built?

Where does the River Shannon flow through ?

Where does the River Shannon flow through ?

Which are the best canal fishing spots ?

Which are the best canal fishing spots ?

Where does the River Shannon start and end ?

Where does the River Shannon start and end ?

Discover the wonders of the Utrecht Canals

Discover the wonders of the Utrecht Canals

How many locks are on the Canal du Midi?

How many locks are on the Canal du Midi?

Holiday ideas

Wine & Food

Discover the finest vineyards and savour the richness of their aromas: aboard your license-free boat, enjoy a river cruise along the Wine Route as you explore the scenic slopes of renowned wine estates.

Heritage

Canal boat rental cruise: Perfect for History Lovers

A canal boat rental cruise is ideal for history lovers, offering deep immersion in heritage and culture. As you navigate aboard your boat, you’ll have the chance to explore iconic regions that can only be accessed via waterways. Along canals, rivers, and lakes, you can visit grand medieval castles, ancient abbeys, architecturally distinctive villages, and heritage-listed monuments.

Each stop immerses you in a world where time seems to stand still, with cobbled streets, historic churches, local museums, and beautifully preserved half-timbered houses. Beyond architectural discoveries, you can also enjoy the local culture by visiting markets, tasting regional products, or exploring UNESCO-listed sites on a river cruise through France.

Swimming

Whether you enjoy sunbathing on the deck of your boat, swimming in crystal-clear waters, or taking part in water activities, renting a boat gives you the freedom to plan the perfect vacation.

During your river cruise, you can:

– Swim in rivers and lakes
– Sunbathe on natural beaches
– Visit water parks with pools and slides
– Enjoy activities at watersport centers
– Swim directly from your Riverly boat

100% Natural

From rivers to canals, nature reveals itself along the water. From the deck of your boat, flora and fauna are all around you. On board, let yourself be soothed by the peaceful surroundings. A landscape or animal catches your eye? You’re free to stop wherever you like and explore the area.

By choosing a boat rental with Riverly, you can:

– Moor along untouched riverbanks
– Spot herons and kingfishers right from your boat
– Discover wild landscapes along the water
– Learn more about local wildlife from lock keepers
– Enjoy family-friendly outdoor activities in natural settings

Our current special offers

Forget the car, rent a canal boat

30%* off all departures

Valid until 16 June inclusive on all departures from July to October.

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Last Minute 30%* off

30%* off all June holidays

Valid until 16 June on all departures in June.

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Up to 50%* off our selection of one-way cruises

Up to 50%* off our selection of one-way cruises

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